Prophets and Saints in Glory, after Bernardino Poccetti 1735 - 1790

"Prophets and Saints in Glory, after Bernardino Poccetti" is a graphite drawing by Santi Pacini, completed between 1735 and 1790. It depicts a scene of heavenly figures, including prophets and saints, surrounded by cherubs in a dynamic composition. The drawing, currently held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, demonstrates Pacini's mastery of draftsmanship and his skill in conveying a sense of celestial grandeur. The work is a study for a larger fresco, likely created as an after-thought to the work of Bernardino Poccetti, a renowned Italian artist. Pacini’s study skillfully captures the intricate details and powerful imagery that characterized Poccetti's original, demonstrating the close connection between the two artists. The drawing is a testament to the enduring influence of the Italian Renaissance on 18th-century art.